Werebears - "Roar"

“Working with Walt was an amazing experience. In the past, creative intent has been lost in translation between myself and the engineer. It was imperative to me that my work be taken at face value and not by any book of rules or ‘how-to's’. Walt was very malleable to the sound and intent behind WEREBEARS and able to step comfortably into my creative space. He made that effort to understand where I was from moment to moment during the whole recording, mixing & mastering process. Typically engineers do not share creative notions with the artist. Producers are opposite, with their creative input being forced and entirely subjective. Walt understands from the perspective of the artist and starts the project on common ground. That opens up a conversation favor of creativity as opposed to one of technicality. In a space where you're meant to be creative that's all you or anyone involved should be concerned about. Working with Walt allowed for that and I think it shows in our now shared work.” - Daryl Shelton (Werebears)

Echo Black - "Dawn" (Single)

Foxy Shazam

The Animal Upstairs - "Is Anybody Upstairs?"

“I was lucky enough to have met, befriend, and work with Walt throughout the past 3 years, since we originally met. He is one of the kindest, most honest people I've had a chance to collaborate with. Aside from his technical abilities, he brings an unmistakable dynamic to the writing/recording process. He has great, constructive ideas, and an even greater sense of calm and security about him. Even after our sessions together, Walt held up his end of our working relationship/friendship, and continued a dialogue with me. That's something rare to find in a friend, let alone in an engineer. Walt is an asset to music. Period.” - Andy “The Butcher” Mrotek (The Animal Upstairs / The Academy Is)

No Nets - "Participation Trophy Blues"

“I've recorded at quite a few studios, and I've never felt as comfortable & confident as when I recorded with Walt ‘Boss’. Not only does this guy have an incredible grasp on the technical side of the process, he's also got an astute ear for what can take your music to the next level. He was able to understand the vision that I had for my recordings, and make insightful suggestions on how to execute and expand upon that vision in a way that made me feel even more psyched about my music. I've recorded a full length LP and an EP with him, and plan on doing a lot more in the future. I'd recommend his services a million times over. This dude rules.” - Sal Mastrocola (No Nets / The Astounding)

SEE - "Ties"

God Loves a Challenge

“I've worked with Walt on many occasions in the studio and he has always demonstrated a superior skill-set no matter what we happened to be working on. He is one of those guys, who after working with for a day, makes you feel like you've known him your whole life. Being comfortable in the studio is paramount and it is rare to find someone so knowledgeable yet so easy to work with. I would recommend any of my musician friends to work with Walt in a heart-beat because I know that his professionalism, raw studio excellence, and... above all else... his great personality make Walt a trusted go-to for anybody looking for the right person to hustle with them in the studio. One in a trillion.” - Ben Jorgensen (God Loves a Challenge / Armor For Sleep)

Waking Lights - "Hi-Fi Stereo"

Werebears - "AOKIGAHARA"

“Working with Walt was an amazing experience. In the past, creative intent has been lost in translation between myself and the engineer. It was imperative to me that my work be taken at face value and not by any book of rules or ‘how-to's’. Walt was very malleable to the sound and intent behind WEREBEARS and able to step comfortably into my creative space. He made that effort to understand where I was from moment to moment during the whole recording, mixing & mastering process. Typically engineers do not share creative notions with the artist. Producers are opposite, with their creative input being forced and entirely subjective. Walt understands from the perspective of the artist and starts the project on common ground. That opens up a conversation favor of creativity as opposed to one of technicality. In a space where you're meant to be creative that's all you or anyone involved should be concerned about. Working with Walt allowed for that and I think it shows in our now shared work.” - Daryl Shelton (Werebears)

SEE - "Another Pill To Take" (Single)

Flight Wheel Field Day

"Working with Walter is barely deemed as ‘work’. Highly responsive, completely supportive, and an enormously helpful ear for suggestion, Walter treats your music with utmost respect and professionalism. I was able to bring him some pretty raw tracking with very little flexibility for mix, and somehow he found a way to magically brighten everything into life, seamlessly. One of the best dudes I know and a humble friend, Walter is kind and approachable to bring any piece of musical document to, and the result always turns out better than you could have imagined. I believe his highest deeming quality is his nobel-peace-prize quality attitude and treatment of anyone who has the fortune of working with him. It’s something that you will take away from the experience probably more so than the supreme quality and care he provides for your music." - John Laslo (Flight Wheel Field Day (now "Katmai")

Sermons

Kissing Candice - "Conjured"

No Nets - "Affable And Ready For Small Talk"

“I've recorded at quite a few studios, and I've never felt as comfortable & confident as when I recorded with Walt ‘Boss’. Not only does this guy have an incredible grasp on the technical side of the process, he's also got an astute ear for what can take your music to the next level. He was able to understand the vision that I had for my recordings, and make insightful suggestions on how to execute and expand upon that vision in a way that made me feel even more psyched about my music. I've recorded a full length LP and an EP with him, and plan on doing a lot more in the future. I'd recommend his services a million times over. This dude rules.” - Sal Mastrocola (No Nets / The Astounding)

Chained To The Dead

Epilogues - "Roads"

"Walter is the sweetest guy I know! He produced, mixed, and mastered my first EP and it came out sounding amazing. What makes Walter special is how much he cares. He would drive to my house and help work on the songs, and make sure he had a feel for them, before we even entered the studio. We did 2 ½ days of recording and he was very present, very inventive, and a real positive guy to have in the creation process of an album. His ideas really helped shape some of the songs. You can tell that he’s not trying to make a quick buck but is really in it to make a badass record! I can’t wait to work on my new EP with him in the future." - Matt Smith (Epilogues (Now "Hodera")

Gym Class Heros

Kissing Candice - "Blind Until We Burn"

Livewires - "Onfim Goes To War"

"If guidance, freedom, awesome hugs, help, experience, encouragement and a professional environment are what your group is looking for, Emvy Music brings it. Walter helped breathe depth and direction into our album, Onfim Goes to War. His expert advice and skills made navigating the recording process as stress-free as possible while never letting us feel out of control of our music. Have a vision and Walt will make it real." - Brian Wiseman (Livewires)

Herra Terra - "Quiet Geist"

The Schooley Mountain Band

Werebears - "Drats"

“Working with Walt was an amazing experience. In the past, creative intent has been lost in translation between myself and the engineer. It was imperative to me that my work be taken at face value and not by any book of rules or ‘how-to's’. Walt was very malleable to the sound and intent behind WEREBEARS and able to step comfortably into my creative space. He made that effort to understand where I was from moment to moment during the whole recording, mixing & mastering process. Typically engineers do not share creative notions with the artist. Producers are opposite, with their creative input being forced and entirely subjective. Walt understands from the perspective of the artist and starts the project on common ground. That opens up a conversation favor of creativity as opposed to one of technicality. In a space where you're meant to be creative that's all you or anyone involved should be concerned about. Working with Walt allowed for that and I think it shows in our now shared work.” - Daryl Shelton (Werebears)